[ there's an un-pretty but clearly amused snort at explaining what he has that the staff here lacks. ]

A heart and soul... they kinda feel like things this place doesn't care much about.

[ He was told what mattered were connections that would have otherwise been impossible, which means the possible ones tied to their hearts and souls mean nothing to this place. It doesn't sit well with her, somehow a relief that her connection to Aventurine is hers alone, but also unsettling that The House will threaten that bond in favor of ones that have value to itself.

But not all connections across universes is bad. And the second shot at school with Hiyori is actually fun. ]

Classmates, huh? When I was in school, I was so focused on studies, I didn't get to know anyone, so this is a first for me.

[ She takes her time stowing her own clothes in another locker and claps when Hiyori emerges from the other side. ]

You look great!